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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeshrub
Distribution
Phillyrea latifolia
Green Olive
Flower Colors
Description
An evergreen shrub or small tree to 8m in height, with dark green leaves up to 6cm long. Fragrant, but not very striking yellowish-green flowers appear in spring and are followed by black fruits
Mature Height
8m
Mature Spread
8m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Fast · 0.5 m/yr
Soil Texture
SandLoam
Soil pH
NeutralAcid
Soil Moisture
Well-drainedMoist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H0
Fragrance
Flower
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenCoastalMediterranean climate plantsLow MaintenanceFlower borders and beds
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3LP190010V0013Z00010 | €4.50 | |
| 4.5LP190010V0045Z00010 | €13.20 | |
| 15LP190010V0150Z00010 | €33.00 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.